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  • Officer, Internal Audit

    Officer, Internal Audit

    REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management
    Job Summary
    The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS foundation (EGPAF) is seeking an Associate Officer, Internal Audit for our Internal Audit unit. This role provides support to the Internal Audit function in fulfilling its mandate of providing an assurance and consulting service to the Foundation to ultimately help the Foundation achieve its goal of effective risk management, control, and governance processes in support of its mission.
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Performs financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with The Foundation’s internal audit program

    Conducts investigations of irregularities discovered by internal and external auditor reviews
    Conducts follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits
    Reports internal audit findings to appropriate management based on the results of regularly scheduled audits, non-scheduled audits, and at any time when issues need to be addressed by management

    Documents processes and recommendations for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of records and recordkeeping
    Assists with the development and completion of audit plans, including memos, letters, and reports that reflect audit activities and findings
    Coordinate and facilitate document and meeting requests in support of audit-related activities

    Required Qualifications

    Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience of financial analysis in an internal audit role
    Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
    Audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and information system operations
    Experience in a non-profit/business environment in the developing world or familiarity with the non-profit sector is strongly preferred
    Ability to travel 25%

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Proficiency in MS Office suite.
    Knowledge of US Government assistance regulations and 2CFR 200
    Strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
    Excellent writing and oral communication skills
    Ability to multi-task, prioritize and handle competing deadlines
    Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is desirable
    French and/or Portuguese language skills a plus

  • It Business Continuity Management Analyst

    It Business Continuity Management Analyst

    JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT
    This role ensures that Business Continuity for IT services is maintained, to ensure that IT services are available in the event of unforeseen disruption.
    This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and testing plans and procedures to ensure that the Group responds to disruptions so that IT services can be resumed within a defined and desired time frame
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Develop and maintain disaster and recovery plans and procedures for the Group’s IT services, in liaison with other IT stakeholders, based on business service level agreements(30%)
    Co-ordination of regular disaster recovery & backup restoration tests and performing regular checks on backups done for the Bank systems (30%)
    Provide regular reports on backup execution, noting any exceptions to the Bank disaster recovery policies (20%).
    Periodic review of the Group’s critical systems, recommending and implementing initiatives to improve and ensure availability of systems in the event of a disaster. (20%)

    COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS

    Technical skills to effectively perform DR &BCM activities/tasks in a manner that consistently achieves established quality standards or benchmarks.
    Knowledge and application of modern IS security management practices in financial services industry to proactively define and implement security quality improvements in line with technological and product changes.
    Performance management to optimize personal productivity.
    Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with and manage expectations of all team members and other stakeholders who impact performance.
    Knowledge and effective application of all relevant banking policies, processes, procedures and guidelines to consistently achieve required compliance standards or benchmarks.
    Self-empowerment to enable development of open communication, teamwork and trust that are needed to support true performance and customer-service oriented culture.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field, a post graduate certification in a Business Continuity related course is an added advantage
    Minimum 4+years working experience in a busy IT environment.
    Certification in a systems security related area (CISA, CISM or CISSP) or business continuity field
    1+ years’ experience conducting IT compliance assessments
    1+ years’ experience in ITDR planning and execution within an organization.
    Knowledge of technical infrastructure,networks, databases and systems.
    Prior experience working within a financial service organization preferred.
    Project management skills preferred.
    Prior experience performing security reviews and risk assessments preferred

  • Human Resource Officer

    Human Resource Officer

    Job Responsibilities

    Assist with day to day HR Functions in the company.
    Assist with Implementation of Strategic HR Plans, Policies & procedures according to organizational objectives.
    Managing the Company’s Performance Appraisal Procedures and Review and analyze the performance appraisal process.
    Conducting training needs analysis, organizing of training programs and monitoring and reporting.
    Train employees on company policies, procedures, regulations, safety rules and benefits.
    Monitoring and planning of training budgets.
    Managing the recruitment process and doing back ground checks.
    Maintain discipline in the organization’s working. Take up disciplinary action in situations where required.
    Any other duty as may be assigned by the management from time to time.

    Job Qualification

    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource management from a recognized institution OR a degree in Social Science and a higher diploma in Human Resource Management;
    Membership with the Institute of Human Resource Management.
    At least 4 years’ experience in the same capacity in a busy environment
    Experience in FMCG industry is an added advantage.
    Good knowledge of Labour Laws.
    Excellent Organizational, interpersonal and communicational skills
    Good communication and public relations skills

  • Country Director, Farmer-to-Farmer (KENYA and TANZANIA)

    Country Director, Farmer-to-Farmer (KENYA and TANZANIA)

    ACDI/VOCA is currently seeking two Country Directors to serve on the antipated Farmer-to-Farmer projects in Kenya and Tanzania. As part of the Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) program ACDI/VOCA will provide short-term technical assistance through highly qualified volunteers to support international agricultural development activities with an emphasis on improving private agricultural operations. Activities may relate to all aspects of chosen sectors from production, processing, range management, marketing, credit and input supply, as well as improved agribusiness management, environmental conservation and improved policy and regulatory issues. Flexible volunteer assignments outside of the core sub-sectors can be utilized as targeted of opportunities to expand F2F outreach. The project’s primary goal is to generate rapid, sustained and broad-based economic growth in the agricultural sector. A secondary goal is to increase the American public’s understanding of international development issues and international understanding of the United States and U.S. development programs. The Country Director will plan, develop, and manage all aspects of the F2F core Country Program.
    Responsibilities

    Responsible for overall administration and implementation of ACDI/VOCA F2F program.
    Act as ACDI/VOCA’s F2F representative to donors and in-country agencies.
    Develop strategies and priorities in accordance with ACDI/VOCA and donor’s strategic objectives.
    Develop and maintain constructive contacts with USAID and other donors.
    Reports to F2F headquarters project management staff on corporate and project matters.
    Initiates contact with targeted host country organizations to assess need for short-term technical assistance through volunteer specialists.
    Provides advice and guidance to requesting host country organizations to (1) define their immediate and longer-term needs for short-term, technical assistance from agricultural and environmental specialists, and (2) completes applications in detail and accurately defines and writes scopes of work for volunteer assignments.
    Assesses viability of host organization requests made to ACDI/VOCA, considering priority of development needs, terms of reference and scopes of work for the proposed assignments, necessary background of potential volunteers, and willingness and ability of requesting organizations to provide necessary substantive staff and logistical support to the volunteer.
    Secures commitment to in-kind and/or cash contributions on the part of requesting organizations.
    Assesses results of work and recommendations of ACDI/VOCA volunteers through interviews with officials of organizations that requested ACDI/VOCA assistance.
    Monitors project budget to ensure that expenditures are within approved budget parameters and assists F2F HQ management team in ensuring that all appropriate financial reporting requirements are met.
    Establishes own travel schedule required to carry out duties.
    Recruits, develops, and manages host country project staff in accordance with good management practices and in compliance with host country labor laws.
    Contributes to the professional development and training of project staff.
    Contributes to the project reporting, public affairs and coordination activities.
    Recommends the appropriate contact to the donor/client for specific technical requests, questions and concerns.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in agriculture, international development or another relevant field.
    Minimum eight years of relevant experience in Kenya or Tanzania required.
    Proven leadership and management skills, including strong communication, planning, negotiating, and interpersonal skills. Ability to represent ACDI/VOCA before large audiences, build effective management and program teams, and negotiate with other donors, contractors, and host country organizations.
    Ability to understand macro development issues and develop strategized policy recommendations.
    Ability to analyze mixed issues and develop project specific recommendations and ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
    Working knowledge of PC based word processing and spreadsheets are required.
    Fluency in English and host country language required.

    Kenyan and Tanzanian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Stores Controller

    Stores Controller

    Location:  Kagwe – Kiambu
    Job purpose
    To plan, coordinate and make reports on all raw materials/finished good stores’ activities of receiving, ware housing and issuing of stocks.
    Job Responsibilities

    Meets stores financial standards by providing monthly budget information; monitoring expenditures; identifying variances; implementing corrective actions.
    Moves inventory by scheduling materials to be moved from stores; coordinating inventory transfers with related departments.
    Ensure stock re-order levels are maintained to avoid stock run outs and oversupply of inventory.
    Ensuring timely availability of quality and accurate data
    Optimizing operations at storage area by organizing floor space; adhering to storage design principles; recommending improvements while instituting the FIFO method in dispatching of products.
    Maintains inventory by conducting daily physical counts; reconciling variances; inputting data.
    Ensure proper documentation for receiving of raw materials and finished goods from suppliers.
    Ensure approved purchases documents are properly handled and maintained before they are channeled to Finance department for payment.
    Ensure that the stores are cleaned and sanitized at any one time
    Organize and undertake monthly stock taking processes in accordance with Company practice.
    Responsible for receiving and inspection of all incoming materials and daily reconciliation with purchase orders
    In charge of reorder levels of the raw materials
    Supervise the staff in the Stores.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and supply chain management or any related field.
    Minimum 4 years’ experience in stores control.
    Highly analytical
    Solid understanding of supply chain inventory management techniques and approaches.
    Effective leadership skills
    Excellent organization skills
    High level of integrity

  • Pastry Chef

    Pastry Chef

    Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Pastry Chef’s main function is to plan, organize, control and direct the work of employees responsible for the preparation and presentation of a broad array of cakes, pastries, desserts, petits fours and breads which meet customer expectations.
    Villa Rosa KempinskiVilla Rosa Kempinski is a Five Star luxury hotel situated on Chiromo Road, the hotel is just a 5-minute drive to the city centre, and 20 km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.The hotel boasts of 200 stylishly-designed and tastefully-decorated rooms and suites spread on 10 floors, 5 themed restaurants, varied conference rooms plus Kempinski
    Key Responsibilities

    Supervise all employees in the Pastry/Bakery kitchen
    Create new pastry and dessert menus for all restaurant outlets and banquets, conduct tastings and presentations with photos and costing
    Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in establishing culinary standards specific for Pastry/Bakery which meets the need of the target market.
    Develop and maintain up-dated operations manuals for all food production and Stewarding sections and make recipes and maintain up- dated and accurate costing of all Pastry dishes prepared and sold in the Food and Beverage operation
    Supervise the Pastry kitchen staff in the preparation and presentation of all food items in accordance with the hotel’s food and beverage standards and standardized menu guidelines
    Inspect several times daily all food stores and refrigerated areas and suggest, where necessary, correct storage methods to comply with Health & Safety regulations, to avoid spoilage and ensure regular turnover of food items and give completed check lists to the Executive Pastry Chef.
    Check food preparation, individual costs, quality, quantity inventories and portion control on a daily basis
    Liaise with the Chief Steward in order to ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained in all areas of the Pastry/Bakery kitchen, such as machinery and small kitchen equipment
    Plan the duty rosters on weekly basis.
    Ensure training needs analysis of the pastry staff is carried out and training programmes are designed and implemented to meet the needs
    Work with Executive Chef in the preparation and management of the department’s budget
    Assist in coordinating the preparation of the departmental annual budget
    Control and monitor departmental costs on an ongoing basis to ensure performance against budget
    Provide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines.
    Comply with all Kempinski company policies.
    Demonstrate Awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines.
    Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.
    Any other duties that may be delegated by the management through the Executive Chef

    Desired Skills & Qualifications

    High School or secondary diploma required
    Gastronomic education certificate or equivalent (apprenticeship/diploma/BA/Bsc)
    Minimum 4 years kitchen experience
    Minimum 3 years in a pastry kitchen role, preferably with a 5* Hotel chain
    International experience preferred
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.
    Excellent organizational and time management skills.
    Knowledgeable of food safety regulations.
    Computer literacy
    Good communication skills
    Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:
    Able to work in a fast paced environment and can multitask
    Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure

  • Head of Departments – Cytonn Technical College Alternative Investments Analyst Intern Operations Assistant – Hospitality Operations Analyst – Hospitality

    Head of Departments – Cytonn Technical College Alternative Investments Analyst Intern Operations Assistant – Hospitality Operations Analyst – Hospitality

    Reporting to the Head of Academic Affairs, the Head of Departments will be in charge of providing strong academic leadership to both students and staff in their respective departments.
    Responsibilities

    Supporting and providing academic leadership in the department,
    In consultation with other Head of Departments, harmonize departmental academic timetable,
    Receiving and approving the lecturers’ schemes of work,
    Receiving and analyzing records of work,
    Supervising the curriculum implementation,
    Ensuring that the department is well staffed,
    Monitoring and tracking of new students’ enrollment,
    Supervising the administration of examinations,
    Analyzing examination results and performance,
    Tracking the academic performance for students,
    Effective management of all staff in the department,
    Holding and minuting regular departmental meetings,
    Taking part in the recruitment, selection and orientation of new staff for the department,
    Organizing the relevant field academic trips for students,
    Lecturing in respective areas of specialization, and,
    Any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time.

    Requirements

    Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in either of the disciplines outlined above or other relevant courses,with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division or its equivalent
    Possession of a Master’s degree in relevant disciplines will be an added advantage,
    Must have 4+ years of teaching knowledge and experience, in a distinguished college. Experience as a Head of Department is an added advantage,
    Demonstrate a good understanding of the Ministry of Education’s and TVETA’s college guiding policy,
    Should have outstanding presentation, teaching, interviewing, problem analysis and listening skills,
    Should demonstrate the ability to grow, support and develop young talents,
    Strong computer skills, including high level of proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word,
    Ability to probe for, analyze and synthesize information, as well as express ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing,
    Ability to make quick yet sound decisions,
    Ability to work independently, problem solve, and be persistent, and,
    Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, self-driven attitude towards work, and commitment to the mission of the institutions.
    Possess a minimum of B+ in KCSE or its equivalent

    Learning Opportunities
    The Head of Departments will be in charge of providing strong academic leadership to both students and staff in their respective departments

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  • Clerk Of Works

    Clerk Of Works

    Reporting to the Head of Projects, the successful candidate will supervise construction on site under direction from the consultants.
    Responsibilities

    Interpreting contract documents on site;
    Confirming and approving setting out of works on a daily basis;
    Confirming work measurements on site and keep records;
    Recording daily activities including plant on site;
    Ensuring all project documentation and requirements are in place before and during construction;

    Job Qualifications
    The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies: –

    Higher Diploma in building construction/civil engineering/quantity survey;
    Minimum of Four (4) years of relevant experience;
    Must demonstrate high integrity and ethical practice;
    Must demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
    Must demonstrate ability to multitask;
    Must demonstrate commitment to operational effectiveness;
    Should demonstrate professional expertise in the relevant work area;
    Must have the ability to communicate for both written and oral communication;
    Must be a flexible person, who is willing to learn and able to work flexible hours to achieve goals;
    Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages and Autocad.
    Must have ability to plan, organize, implement and evaluate assigned goals;
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;

  • Product Specialist -Structural Heart

    Product Specialist -Structural Heart

    Careers that Change Lives
    Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we’re a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to sell medical technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. Our expanding portfolio delivers measurable clinical and economic value – and opens doors. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare.
    Join us for a career in sales that changes lives.
    A Day in the Life

    We offer you a position where you will be able to gain and maintain market share in the Structural Heart Therapies (Business) by promoting, selling and creating awareness and acceptance of Structural Heart Products- ECTs & HVTs within the East Africa territory comprising mainly Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Uganda and Rwanda.
    You will  conclude sales calls to promote, sell and service Medtronic products and services to existing and prospective customers.
    You will  maintain a close working relationship with all Key Accounts for the SH business.
    You will track competitive activity and implants/surgeries  and provide monthly field intelligence reports on competitive activities, changes in markets, distribution and pricing, as well as input on customer preferences and product features.
    You will attend required seminars and conferences.
    You will manage all inventories within the defined sales territory.
    You will drive market development activities
    You will manage expenses.
    You will implementation of marketing strategies.
    You will execute Strategic Solutions required to increase access to CVG-SH therapies

    Must Haves

    Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Medical Sales Market, preferably with Operating Room  experience/knowledge
    Relevant tertiary qualification
    Strong knowledge and understanding of the current East Africa Market
    Ability to plan, manage and execute projects within budget and on schedule.
    Ability to identify, manage and improve marketing processes and derive commercial benefit.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    Must be able to work in a team and a highly matric organization

    Travel Required:

    Willingness to travel extensively into East Africa
    Must be in possession of a valid passport.

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    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers.

  • Debt Collector

    Debt Collector

    Credit Controller main role is to ensure that the company debts are collected within the agreed timelines by implementing the set credit policies and procedures and ensure timely and accurate resolution of customer concerns and supporting sales team through timely provision of customer related information such as statements and credit notes.
    Responsibilities

    Ensure adherence to credit policy and procedures and manage the credit control, management and debt collection processes to ensure that collections are done on time and in full.
    Ensure prompt and proper allocation of customers’ receipts.
    Ensure debtors’ balances are correctly stated and statements promptly sent out to customers.
    Prompt preparation of customer account reconciliations ensuring all variances are investigated and resolved.
    Mitigate the company against credit risk by selling only to the acceptable risk categories by effective evaluation of new customers.
    Timely preparation and posting of provision schedules to ensure the risk of doubtful debts is adequately provided for.
    Compute monthly customer discounts and post credit notes for the discounts issued to the customers on time.
    Ensure credit notes are timely posted and that customer account details are kept up to date.
    Update and implement credit control policies and procedures
    Ensure aged debtors are escalated to the legal department for action on time.

    Job Qualifications

    A Degree in Business Administration or Finance or its equivalent
    CPAK, ACCA or its equivalent
    Men are encouraged to apply
    Conversant with Tally and other computer accounting packages
    At least 4 years experience in Credit Control